3 New Canon PowerZoom Lenses Coming This Year

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Canon enthusiasts have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of new PowerZoom lenses, especially after the unveiling of the RF 24-105mm f/2.8L IS USM Z last November. However, anticipation may need to simmer a bit longer as the release of the Canon PZ-E2 is pending. Nevertheless, Canon aficionados can still look forward to three exciting additions slated for release this year.

Among these forthcoming releases is the much-anticipated RF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM Z, expected to hit the market in the coming 4-6 months. Additionally, rumors suggest two more PowerZoom lenses are in development, including a full-frame wide-angle L zoom lens and an RF-S iteration of the popular EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 USM.

Speculations arise regarding the optical design of the purported RF-S 15-60mm f/2.8 IS USM Z lens. While resembling an L lens, Canon’s nomenclature strategy leaves room for speculation, as the L designation traditionally denotes full-frame lenses, not EF-S or RF-S variants. However, enthusiasts remain hopeful for innovative branding choices from Canon.

Concerning an RF-S PowerZoom lens tailored for APS-C cameras, the current EOS lineup may not offer the ideal pairing yet. While models like the EOS R7, EOS R10, and EOS R50 are commendable, there’s a perceived need for a video-centric camera to complement such a lens effectively. Canon’s meticulous approach suggests that they might be waiting for the right opportunity to introduce this combination to the market.

In conclusion, while Canon enthusiasts await the arrival of the new PowerZoom lenses, speculations and anticipation continue to build around these upcoming releases, promising exciting innovations for photographers and videographers alike.

Canon EOS R7 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R10 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R50 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

Canon EOS R100 at Amazon, B&H, Adorama.

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Via: CanonRumors